L’Shanah Tovah – Wishing You a Good Year!
We’re thrilled that we will be holding our High Holiday services and events in person, with phone and Zoom options for those at home.
As always, all of our High Holiday offerings are free. (Of course, we’re always happy to accept a from-the-heart donation.) Our High Holiday offerings are also open to all – anyone and everyone is invited to join us!
To help us plan for seating, refreshments, and other considerations, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED prior to attending. Please register as early as possible, and at least a day or two before the first service or event that you wish to attend.
After you register, you’re done! Your name will be on a list at the door; simply bring a form of ID. You do not need to register more than once.
We value the health and safety of all who worship, celebrate, and learn with us. We want to take care of each other and are particularly conscious of protecting the most vulnerable among us. For that reason, we ask that attendees to our services and events wear masks. And….It is essential that masks be worn properly, as described by the CDC. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
The Weather….
We’ve decided….Our Yom Kippur observances will take place in the lounge area by the cafe at the JCC. We hope you’ll join us!
For the latest information throughout the High Holidays, click on the Updates button that follows.
Phone and Zoom options will be provided for all of our services and events, except Tashlich. To login by phone, call 1-929-205-6099 and use meeting ID 868 3046 2999. To login by Zoom, click on the button:
If you call or Zoom in to the services, you will need copies of the Rosh HaShanah and Yom Kippur prayer books, each entitled, Mishkan HaNefesh. Temple Emanu-El members may check out (or renew) High Holiday prayer books from us for the duration of the holidays by contacting our office before Sept 16 (emanuelrochester@gmail.com, 585-461-2000 ext 203). Kindle editions of the prayerbooks are available for purchase online.
High Holiday Kindle Edition Prayer Books
This year we will again run our High Holidays Food and Clothing Drive by handing out empty bags on Rosh HaShanah and asking you to return them filled on Yom Kippur.
More About Our Food and Clothing Drive
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Charlene in our office at 585-461-2000, ext 203 or emanuelrochester@gmail.com.
Finally, note that this page may evolve as more information is added, so be sure to check back from time to time.
Erev Rosh HaShanah Service
Sunday, Sept 25, 8pm in the lounge area by the cafe at the JCC
Rabbi Drorah Setel will lead our service, Charlene Sommers will be our cantorial soloist, and Bob Dietch will be our keyboardist. The phone and Zoom options are available for this service.
Rosh HaShanah Morning Service
Monday, Sept 26, 10am in the lounge area by the cafe at the JCC
Rabbi Drorah Setel will lead our service, Charlene Sommers will be our cantorial soloist, and Bob Dietch will be our keyboardist. A children’s holiday program will be available. The phone and Zoom options are available for this service.
Tashlich
Monday, Sept 26, 12:30pm at the Erie Canal beside the JCC
We will meet at the entrance to the canal from the Wolk Children’s Center parking lot area near Edgewood Avenue. Rabbi Drorah Setel will lead our Tashlich service.
2nd Day Rosh HaShanah Morning Service
Tuesday, Sept 27, 10am in the lounge area by the cafe at the JCC
An intrepid group of congregants will lead our service, with Charlene Sommers as our cantorial soloist. The phone and Zoom options are available for this service.
Erev Yom Kippur Kol Nidre Service
Tuesday, Oct 4, 8pm in the lounge area by the cafe at the JCC
Rabbi Drorah Setel will lead our service, Charlene Sommers will be our cantorial soloist, and Bob Dietch will be our keyboardist. Glenna Curren will be our Kol Nidre cello soloist. The phone and Zoom options are available for this service.
Yom Kippur Morning Service
Wednesday, Oct 5, 10am in the lounge area by the cafe at the JCC
Rabbi Drorah Setel will lead our service, Charlene Sommers will be our cantorial soloist, and Bob Dietch will be our keyboardist. A children’s holiday program will be available. The phone and Zoom options are available for this service.
The Jonah Story: A Theatrical Presentation and Discussion
Wednesday, Oct 5, 2:45pm in the lounge area by the cafe at the JCC
Davida Bloom and her troupe will intrigue, charm, and teach us about the story of Jonah and the big fish. The phone and Zoom options are available for this event.
Yizkor Healing Service
Wednesday, Oct 5, 4pm in the lounge area by the cafe at the JCC
Rabbi Drorah Setel will lead our service, Charlene Sommers will be our cantorial soloist, and Bob Dietch will be our keyboardist. The phone and Zoom options are available for this service.
Yom Kippur Closing Service
Wednesday, Oct 5, 5pm in the lounge area by the cafe at the JCC
Rabbi Drorah Setel will lead our service, Charlene Sommers will be our cantorial soloist, and Bob Dietch will be our keyboardist. The phone and Zoom options are available for this service.
Wine/Grape Juice and Challah Break-the-Fast
Wednesday, Oct 5, 6pm in the lounge area by the cafe at the JCC